16 beige recipes for picky eaters

It pays to stock canned tuna in the cupboard for fast, lean, low-cost protein. Adding frozen peas to your tuna casserole is just as nutritious as fresh produce and are easier on the wallet. Get the recipe: The New Tuna Casserole

Cauliflower is the great chameleon in this dish. It helps to thicken up the alfredo sauce, making it rich without a lot of cream. Get the recipe: Cauliflower Fettuccine Alfredo

An easy lime sour cream dipping sauce accompanies this tasty dish. Get the recipe: Coconut-Crusted Chicken Fingers

In any given kitchen, a bunch of bananas sits slowly browning. Use them to make these simple pancakes. Get the recipe: Three-Ingredient Banana Pancakes

Smoked salmon isn’t for everyone. Instead, top your pancakes with a dollop of sour cream, crumbled bacon and cooked corn. Get the recipe: Cheddar Cornbread Pancakes

Deep-fried fish and chips get a healthy upgrade without losing that crispy battered goodness. Get the recipe: Crispy Baked Fish and Chips

Hearty and packed with whole grain goodness, try this easy-to-prepare side dish tonight. Get the recipe: Brown Rice Pilaf

Paired with a yogurt sauce, these kebabs are perfect for grilling outdoors, making them a great choice for spring and summer picnics. Get the recipe: Greek Pork Kebabs

Individual bowls of fragrant vegetable broth and rice noodles are easily customized to suit both kid and adult tastes. Get the recipe: Vegetarian Pho

Your kids will love this cheesy potato gnocchi, you’ll love the added broccoli. Get the recipe: Potato Gnocchi with Creamy Ham-and-Broccoli Sauce

Lightly dusted with cinnamon sugar, these crisp apple chips make a perfect snack. Get the recipe: Apple Chips

Not much beats mashed potatoes—except a cheesy mashed potato casserole studded with golden breadcrumbs. Get the recipe: Mashed Potato Casserole

Forget rolling dough, through your pizza toppings on a pita for a quick and easy dinner. Get the recipe: Tuna Melt Pita Pizzas

These Greek-style pockets make for a tasty appetizer, or throw in a side salad and you’ve got a healthy dinner of mini spinach pies. Get the recipe: Spinach Pie Bites

Easy and so flavourful, omit any of the crunchy bits that your picky eater would turn their nose up at. Get the recipe: Chinese Dan Dan Noodles